QLD Can I Go Bankrupt with Court Ordered Debt?

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Blakeblake

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17 October 2016
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Long story short, I was unable to attend the final court hearing regarding parenting orders and property settlement with my ex-partner. The result being that I lost any share in our home and on top of that, I owe her an additional large sum of money plus court costs.

The amount I owe far exceeds $50,000 and I definitely do not have the means to pay this. My only asset is my car worth $15,000 but I also have $15,000 debt.

Does anyone know if these kinds of court-ordered costs are covered by bankruptcy?

I feel like this could be my only option but am doubtful that it is covered.
 

Victoria S

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9 April 2014
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Good question, I know that child support and maintenance are not but not sure about property settlement orders.